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  • Believe Sustain drops new jam in memory of Eric Arubayi

    Believe Sustain drops new jam in memory of Eric Arubayi

    Gospel singer, Believe Sustain has released a new song in memory of the late musician, Eric Arubayi.

    Titled ‘Idiebube’, the debut single of the Spirit Music artiste, which features the late Erubayi, will be aired on several radio and TV stations across the country.

    Produced by Kaycee Nyerho Avwomakpa, ‘Idiebube’ reminds listeners of God’s faithfulness and His sovereignty.

    Showcasing his confident voice with the artistic delivery that has garnered praise among his peers and fans, Believe is considered one of the most exciting new voices for his generation.

    He started a career in the entertainment industry with a theater group he formed called Delight. In high school, he went on to form a band called Unlimited which disbanded as the members went on to pursue higher education. In his desire to pursue his music career, he entered the Delta Talent Quest in 2007, which was organized by the Delta State government and hosted by Richard Mofe-Damijo.

    Believe crossed paths with the late Eric Arubayi in 2009 who later signed him to his current record label.

    Believe Sustain is happily married with a son and He is based in both Nigeria and Ghana.

    The music video for ‘Idiebube’ is expected to be released shortly, according to the artiste.

  • Tomi Odunsi pens emotional note to Eric Arubayi’s wife on birthday

    Tomi Odunsi pens emotional note to Eric Arubayi’s wife on birthday

    Actress Tomi Odunsi, popularly known as Shalewa in the series Tinsel, on May 24th, 2017, wrote a heart-warming birthday message to her best friend, Chinonso Arubayi, (the late Eric Arubayi wife), who also happens to be her birthday mate, with assurance that they will both carry the burden together.

    “Ore mi… My Darlyn Nonso. The past 4months has been the toughest we have ever known in life…but I must say, I am grateful for birthdays without me because God knew you would need those memories for today and forever. My dear Nonso, you are so strong, the strength the God has given during this times has been such a miracle. My dear friend, don’t cry… you shall weep no more. Don’t be afraid, the Lord your God is your strength…You are not alone.”

    She continued, “Eric…see as you come leave am for me, I no gree this one o. You said you will fight till the end and I know you did your best. So we will mudiaga!!! I know you love to watch us like little kids whenever we were all together, I remember you will watch us and shake your head with a smile as we display our childlikeness in front of you…Today we will try, it’s hard… but we will.

    “Birthdays together can’t be the same without you. We love you but she loves you more. Thank God for that sweet child. Thank God for everybody that stood strong for Nonso, Nonso’s family, friends’ especially; your family, friends and loved ones with love and care they stood strong. May God continue to comfort and restore all that is lost.  Nonso, today we will choose to be grateful for what we have left, today you will take a break from the tears, and it is time to joy in the Lord. I love you so much, words can explain.”

  • Eric Arubayi comes alive in ‘The Sound’

    Eric Arubayi comes alive in ‘The Sound’

    Departed singer, Eric Arubayi, has been immortalised as the anticipated video of his track, The Sound, hit the airwaves.
    Produced by Ekelly and Directed by Frizzle n Bizzle Films, The Sound is a soulful rendition of God’s faithfulness and ever enduring love.
    The chords in the background very much like the singer are soft and classical. At a point on the track, Eric’s voice is the most forthcoming instrument keeping in line with the solemnity of the track.
    The video portrays a beanie clad, unshaven Eric in a black T-shirt looking laid back signifying his vulnerability and perhaps even lowness. Then, he gets his hair cut and dons a three piece suit looking the part of the classic dapper man.
    He continues to sing of God’s goodness even as he gets touched up and styled till his transformation takes place.
    The emotive message behind this simple video is so poignant in that we are to stay grateful to God at our lowest and highest points. For many who knew Eric, this season is albeit a tough one but amazingly enough, this video is reminiscent of his message to all who loved him and believers alike.
    We are to stay thankful and remember that God’s love is indeed everlasting no matter how grim it might look on the outside.
    The late Arubayi died on Saturday, February 11, at the Delta State University Teaching Hospital after a brief illness. He was laid to rest in Abraka, Delta State last Saturday.

  • Eric Arubayi comes alive in ‘The Sound’

    Eric Arubayi comes alive in ‘The Sound’

    Departed singer, Eric Arubayi, has been immortalised as the anticipated video of his track, The Sound, hit the airwaves.

    Produced by Ekelly and Directed by Frizzle n Bizzle Films, The Sound is a soulful rendition of God’s faithfulness and ever enduring love.

    The chords in the background very much like the singer are soft and classical. At a point on the track, Eric’s voice is the most forthcoming instrument keeping in line with the solemnity of the track.

    The video portrays a beanie clad, unshaven Eric in a black T-shirt looking laid back signifying his vulnerability and perhaps even lowness. Then, he gets his hair cut and dons a three piece suit looking the part of the classic dapper man.

    He continues to sing of God’s goodness even as he gets touched up and styled till his transformation takes place.

    The emotive message behind this simple video is so poignant in that we are to stay grateful to God at our lowest and highest points. For many who knew Eric, this season is albeit a tough one but amazingly enough, this video is reminiscent of his message to all who loved him and believers alike.

    We are to stay thankful and remember that God’s love is indeed everlasting no matter how grim it might look on the outside.

    The late Arubayi died on Saturday, February 11, at the Delta State University Teaching Hospital after a brief illness. He was laid to rest in Abraka, Delta State last Saturday.

  • West African Idol’s Eric Arubayi dies at 33

    West African Idol’s Eric Arubayi dies at 33

    A finalist in the 2007 edition of West African Idols, Eric Arubayi, has passed on.
    The singer died in the early hours of Saturday, February 11, at 33.
    Reports say he had been ill for a while, and eventually gave up the ghost at the Delta State University Teaching Hospital, Oghara, where he was receiving treatment.
    He is survived by wife, Chinonso, and their two-year-old son, Jayden.